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Freetown is Sierra Leone's major urban, economic, financial, cultural, educational and political centre, as it is the seat of the Government of Sierra Leone. The population of Freetown was 1,055,964 at the 2015 census.
Jul 5, 2024 · Freetown, capital, chief port, and largest city of Sierra Leone, on the rocky Sierra Leone Peninsula, at the seaward tip of a range of wooded hills, which were named Serra Leôa (“Lion Mountains”) by the Portuguese navigator Pedro de Sintra when he explored the West African coast in 1462.
Gaze across the colourful rooftops of Freetown, the lush forest of the Western Area Peninsula National Park and all the way to the warm waters of the Sierra Leone River Estuary from the stunning vantage point that is Leicester Peak.
23 Things to Know Before you Go to Freetown, Sierra Leone. How to get around, how to dress, and how to eat mangoes: a guide to Sierra Leone’s capital city. Arrive by sea. Lungi International, Freetown’s airport, is across a sea estuary from Freetown. You can go the long way round over land, but the quickest and safest airport transfer is by ...
Freetown is the capital and largest city of Sierra Leone, and a major port on the Atlantic Ocean. Freetown is the hub of the nation's administrative, financial, educational, communications, cultural, and economic center.
Dec 8, 2021 · As the capital of the country, Freetown offers a great range of attractions – from museums to wildlife sanctuaries; from fabulous beaches to a lively restaurant and bar scene, the city really has it all. To discover the best attractions in Freetown, continue reading!
Everything you need to plan a trip to Freetown Sierra Leone including where to stay, what to see and do, and even a few places to eat!
Jun 23, 2024 · The under-the-radar capital of Sierra Leone has lively beaches, thought-provoking art, and great shopping. Fashion designer MaryAnn Kai Kai takes T+L on a tour.
Jun 21, 2023 · From its colonial past to its vibrant markets and beautiful beaches, Freetown is a must-visit for all travellers to Sierra Leone – and as the first port of entry for the majority of visitors, you’re bound to spend at least a day or two in town.
In 1792, Freetown became one of Britain’s first colonies in West Africa. It is the largest city and also capital of Sierra Leone lying on the peninsula near the Atlantic coast and hosts the third largest natural harbour in the world – Elizabeth II Quay.
